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Footwear
| Thu 06 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 6 -- Fujian Haoxiongdi Sports Goods has submitted a patent application for Punching Machine with Noise Reduction Function for Sole Production. This invention was developed by Li Xusheng, Li Lihong, Liu Qihui, Yan Jun, Guo Peichang and Li Yongsheng.
The patent application number is CN202610483606 20260414. The pate..
Footwear
| Wed 05 Aug 2026
Munich, Aug. 6 -- European Patent Office has published Teknospool SRL patent application for Closure Device for Footwear. The invention was developed by Zanetti Paolo and Viniero Nicola.
The patent application number is EP20260152496 20260117. The patent publication number is EP4781862 (A1). International Patent Classificatio..
Footwear
| Wed 05 Aug 2026
Munich, Aug. 6 -- European Patent Office has released Sanliuyidu Fujian Sports Goods Co Ltd and Sanliuyidu China Co Ltd patent application for Plate for Shoe Sole, Shoe Sole, and Method for Enhancing Force Feedback Efficiency of Shoe Sole. This invention was developed by Guo Xinyu, Wei Shutao, Xie Chenbin, Dai Huilian and Zhou T..
Footwear
| Wed 05 Aug 2026
Munich, Aug. 6 -- Head Technology GmbH has submitted a patent application for Sports Footwear. This invention was developed by Marconato Luca.
The patent application number is EP20250221175 20251205. The patent publication number is EP4781856 (A1). International Patent Classification codes are A43B5/04, A43C1/00, A43C11/00 an..
Footwear
| Thu 06 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 6 -- Hangzhou Kaiyue New Mat Co Ltd has submitted a patent application for Cool Insole Fabric. Fu Kaili, Chen Rong, Fu Lujun and Zhang Yonghua developed the invention.
The patent application number is CN202610286661 20260310. The patent publication number is CN122034439 (A). International Patent Classification c..
Footwear
| Thu 06 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 6 -- Shijiazhuang Zhongbang Packaging Mat Co Ltd has filed a patent application for Automatic Feeding Structure for Lacing Wire and Lacing Wire Wrapping Sheets. This invention was developed by Cao Xufei, Zhao Yingang, Fu Zhe, Hao Guozhu, Xu Jiangjiang, Yan Ziyi and Li Zhenhua.
The patent application number is CN..
Footwear
| Wed 05 Aug 2026
Munich, Aug. 6 -- Johnson Gregory Glenn has filed a patent application for Detachable Automatic Tightening Shoe Tightner.
The patent application number is EP20240729695 20240509. The patent publication number is EP4780275 (A1). International Patent Classification code is A43C11/16. Cooperative Patent Classification codes are..
Footwear
| Wed 05 Aug 2026
Munich, Aug. 6 -- European Patent Office has released Nike Innovate CV patent application for Sole Structure for Article of Footwear and Related Method of Assembly. This invention was developed by Caine Andrew, Guest Stefan E, Lee Taeyong, Houng Derek, Waatti Todd A and Scannapieco Jacob M.
The patent application number is EP20..
Footwear
| Wed 05 Aug 2026
Munich, Aug. 6 -- European Patent Office has published Inoveight Ltd patent application for a Sole Structure and Article of Footwear for Cross-training Activities. The invention was developed by Mcconnie Luke.
The patent application number is EP20240782941 20240918. The patent publication number is EP4780271 (A1). Internation..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Alexandria, Aug. 5 -- U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has awarded a patent to Shabin Marina for Self-leveling Footwear.
The patent application number is US202318100503 20230123. The patent publication number is US12690639 (B2). International Patent Classification codes are A43B13/14, A43B13/20, A43B3/34, A43B3/44, A43B5/06 ..
Footwear
| Wed 05 Aug 2026
Munich, Aug. 6 -- GFM Scaffold Solutions GmbH has submitted a patent application for Console for a Facade Scaffolding with a Console Widening. Fuschetto Antonio developed the invention.
The patent application number is EP20260153381 20260122. The patent publication number is EP4782623 (A1). International Patent Classification..
Footwear
| Wed 05 Aug 2026
Munich, Aug. 6 -- ASICS has sought patent for Upper and Shoe. This invention was developed by Takada Yasuyuki, Sakakura Hiroyasu and Okada Noritaka.
The patent application number is EP20240867903 20240724. The patent publication number is EP4781859 (A1). International Patent Classification codes are A43B23/02, A43B5/00 and A4..
Footwear
| Wed 05 Aug 2026
Munich, Aug. 6 -- European Patent Office has received ASICS patent application for Sole and Shoe. Sawada Tsuyoshi, Sakamoto Masanori and Otake Hiromichi developed the invention.
The patent application number is EP20260153011 20260120. The patent publication number is EP4781854 (A1). International Patent Classification codes a..
Footwear
| Wed 05 Aug 2026
Geneva, Aug. 5 -- World Intellectual Property Organization has published Nike Innovate CV and Nike patent application for Article of Footwear with Flexible Sole Structure. The invention was developed by Neumann Iv, Papp Laura, Tegenkamp Matthew R, Wolfe Randall S, Conrad Bryan P, Andrews Teagen, Neilson Christopher M, Blanche Ro..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Alexandria, Aug. 5 -- United States Patent for Automatic Pump for Article of Footwear has been issued to Nike. This invention was developed by Bishop Jennifer L, Hopkins Timothy P, Long Nicholas R, Seid Aaron K, Hansen Richard Kristian and Panian Nadia M.
The patent application number is US202318484330 20231010. The patent publ..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Alexandria, Aug. 5 -- Markison Timothy W has secured a patent on Shoe with Force Defusing and/or Force Directing Constructs. Markison Timothy W developed the invention.
The patent application number is US202418407626 20240109. The patent publication number is US12690641 (B2). International Patent Classification codes are A43B..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 5 -- Jiangxi Junjie Shoes Materials has filed a patent application for Sneaker Sole Friction Detection Device. This invention was developed by Gui Yuying, Wang Zuchuan, Ding Long, Qin Ling, Gui Qianhe, Zhang Liangming and Gui Shuxian.
The patent application number is CN202610120534 20260128. The patent publicati..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 5 -- Daeast Asia Fujian Sports Product Co Ltd has sought patent for Sneaker Sole with Gradient Temperature Adjusting Structure and Compression Molding Process Thereof. This invention was developed by Lin Shishan and Lin Binhai.
The patent application number is CN202610510760 20260417. The patent publication numb..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 4 -- Beijing Sike Weier Sports Culture Co Ltd has been awarded a patent for Portable Ice Skate Blade Capable of Being Quickly Disassembled and Assembled and Cross-country Ski Shoes Comprising Same. This invention was developed by Li Linpeng.
The patent application number is CN202422976897U 20241204. The patent p..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 4 -- Anhui Tuochi Shoes Co Ltd has submitted a patent application for Preparation Process of Supercritical Foaming Slippers. This invention was developed by Zhang Jingsong and Zhang Chenxi.
The patent application number is CN202610460187 20260409. The patent publication number is CN122011487 (A). International P..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 4 -- Liuyang Dahao Plastic Ind Co Ltd has been awarded a patent for Puncture-proof Lacing Dust-proof Bag. This invention was developed by Liu Guoyu and Liu Huanzhang.
The patent application number is CN20242331025U 20241209. The patent publication number is CN223505003 (U). International Patent Classification co..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 4 -- State Intellectual Property Office of China has awarded a patent to Maoda Quanzhou Footwear Ind Co Ltd and Anta China for Efficient Glue Cleaning Pen for Surfaces of Finished Shoes. Deng Dongmei and Jiang Zheming developed the invention.
The patent application number is CN202422887338U 20241126. The patent ..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 4 -- Huizhou Yijia Tech Co Ltd has been awarded a patent for Foaming Insole with Good Flexibility. This invention was developed by Chen Zhuoxin and Lu Guofeng.
The patent application number is CN202423198551U 20241224. The patent publication number is CN223503783 (U). International Patent Classification codes ar..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 4 -- State Intellectual Property Office of China has awarded a patent to Guangzhou Kaileshi Sports Technology for Shoe Insole Structure and Shoe Comprising Same. Zhong Chengzhan developed the invention.
The patent application number is CN20242338204U 20241210. The patent publication number is CN223503782 (U). Inte..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 4 -- Qiyi Ind Co Ltd has received a patent for Bouncing Shoes with Bottom Pads Convenient to Replace. This invention was developed by Yuan Jianbin.
The patent application number is CN202423311864U 20241231. The patent publication number is CN223503779 (U). International Patent Classification codes are A43B13/14,..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 4 -- Anta China has secured a patent on Sports Shoes. Jung Young-sun, Cheng Fang, Lin Zhenxiang and Liu Junda developed the invention.
The patent application number is CN202423139012U 20241219. The patent publication number is CN223503778 (U). International Patent Classification codes are A43B13/04, A43B13/14, A43..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 4 -- Zhejiang Shigetu Footwear Ind Co Ltd has been granted a patent for Hidden Heightening Structure of Flat-bottom Sandal. Lin Yuanqiang, Tan Xiaowu and Lin Chuxing developed the invention.
The patent application number is CN202422597502U 20241025. The patent publication number is CN223503776 (U). International..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 4 -- Dongguan Rongcheng Shoes Tech Co Ltd has been awarded a patent for Foaming Slippers. This invention was developed by Chen Shunbiao.
The patent application number is CN202422144696U 20240902. The patent publication number is CN223503774 (U). International Patent Classification codes are A43B23/02 and A43B3/1..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Geneva, Aug. 4 -- Haptiv8 Ltd has submitted a patent application for Smart Footwear. This invention was developed by Allen Nicola.
The patent application number is WO2026GB50064 20260120. The patent publication number is WO2026159433 (A1). International Patent Classification codes are A43B3/34, A43B3/36, A43B3/44 and A43B3/50..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 4 -- State Intellectual Property Office of China has awarded a patent to Zhejiang Keteng Tech Co Ltd for Polishing Device for Sole Sheet Production. Huang Chengna developed the invention.
The patent application number is CN202520217074U 20250212. The patent publication number is CN223503798 (U). International Pa..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 4 -- Huizhou Kanghongyuan Shoes Co Ltd has been granted a patent for Intelligent Precise Control Shoemaking Middle Plate Pressing Device. Lu Xiaohang developed the invention.
The patent application number is CN202423171072U 20241223. The patent publication number is CN223503797 (U). International Patent Classifi..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 4 -- Anhui Hongwei Shoes Co Ltd has been granted a patent for Glue Spraying Mechanism of Heel Lasting Machine. This invention was developed by Luo Wei, Zhu Shihong, Wang Bo and Chen Na.
The patent application number is CN202423157904U 20241220. The patent publication number is CN223503796 (U). International Pate..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 4 -- State Intellectual Property Office of China has awarded a patent to Dongguan Xinda Sports Goods Co Ltd for Puncture-resistant Anti-cracking Sole. Liu Junjie developed the invention.
The patent application number is CN202423322926U 20241231. The patent publication number is CN223503787 (U). International Pat..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 4 -- State Intellectual Property Office of China has awarded a patent to Dongguan Xinda Sports Goods Co Ltd for High-transparency Sole. Liu Junjie developed the invention.
The patent application number is CN202423321166U 20241231. The patent publication number is CN223503786 (U). International Patent Classificat..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 4 -- Puma has been awarded a patent for Article of Footwear and Fastener System for Article of Footwear. This invention was developed by Siegismund Andreas.
The patent application number is CN20239000367U 20230518. The patent publication number is CN223503791 (U). International Patent Classification code is A43C11..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 4 -- Jinjiang Chuangwei Shoes Mat Accessories Co Ltd has been granted a patent for Shock-resistant High-comfort EVA (ethylene-vinyl Acetate) Sole. Yang Fan developed the invention.
The patent application number is CN20252011402U 20250103. The patent publication number is CN223503785 (U). International Patent Cla..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 4 -- Lin Xuejin has received a patent for Ankle Movement Rack.
The patent application number is CN202421116900U 20240522. The patent publication number is CN223504495 (U). International Patent Classification codes are A61H1/02 and A61H9/00.
State Intellectual Property Office of China has released an abstrac..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 4 -- Chinese Patent for Sandal with Adjustable Size has been issued to Dongguan Kangrui Shoes Co Ltd. This invention was developed by Liu Caiying and Wang Yingying.
The patent application number is CN202423267432U 20241230. The patent publication number is CN223503777 (U). International Patent Classification cod..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 4 -- Wenzhou Hongli Shoes Co Ltd has been granted a patent for Polishing Device for Shoe Soles of Women's Boots. This invention was developed by Shuai Quan, Zhao Hebing and Zhang Jiangchuan.
The patent application number is CN202422434841U 20241009. The patent publication number is CN223503792 (U). International..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 4 -- Guangzhou Steppr Footwear Co Ltd has been awarded a patent for Water-repellent Breathable Net-surface Casual Shoe. This invention was developed by Huang Zhaoxin.
The patent application number is CN20242347891U 20241210. The patent publication number is CN223503790 (U). International Patent Classification co..
Footwear
| Tue 04 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 4 -- State Intellectual Property Office of China has awarded a patent to Jinjiang Chuangwei Shoes Mat Accessories Co Ltd for Insole with Deodorization Function. Yang Fan developed the invention.
The patent application number is CN20252006289U 20250103. The patent publication number is CN223503788 (U). Internatio..
Footwear
| Sun 02 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 3 -- Zhejiang Baoguang Printing Co Ltd has been granted a patent for Shoe Box Convenient for Storing and Taking Shoes. Ye Yan, Ye Feilong and Wang Fengbin developed the invention.
The patent application number is CN202422720793U 20241107. The patent publication number is CN223508728 (U). International Patent Cla..
Footwear
| Sun 02 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 3 -- Fujian Dafeng Invest Group Co Ltd has submitted a patent application for Comolding Shoe Components and Methods of Making. Yang Zonglin and Zhang Yuda developed the invention.
The patent application number is CN202411601569 20241111. The patent publication number is CN122008609 (A). International Patent Clas..
Footwear
| Mon 03 Aug 2026
Alexandria, Aug. 3 -- U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has received Nike patent application for Cleat Structure for Article of Footwear. Chua Matthew, Mclachlan Oliver, Steinbeck Christian Alexander and Yetman Kristin developed the invention.
The patent application number is US202619572947 20260320. The patent publication numbe..
Footwear
| Mon 03 Aug 2026
Alexandria, Aug. 3 -- TBL Licensing has submitted a patent application for Speed Clip. Smith Tadd developed the invention.
The patent application number is US202619462793 20260128. The patent publication number is US20260215545 (A1). International Patent Classification code is A43C3/00. Cooperative Patent Classification codes..
Footwear
| Mon 03 Aug 2026
Alexandria, Aug. 3 -- Aponte George William has filed a patent application for Shoelace Structure and a Shoelace Assembly Thereof.
The patent application number is US202519037157 20250125. The patent publication number is US20260215543 (A1). International Patent Classification codes are A43C1/04 and A44B11/00. Cooperative P..
Footwear
| Mon 03 Aug 2026
Alexandria, Aug. 3 -- Rocky Brands Inc has filed a patent application for Protective Footwear.
The patent application number is US202519038981 20250128. The patent publication number is US20260215542 (A1). International Patent Classification codes are A43B17/16 and A43B23/04. Cooperative Patent Classification codes are A43B..
Footwear
| Mon 03 Aug 2026
Alexandria, Aug. 3 -- U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has released Nike patent application for Bladders, Footwear Uppers Including Bladders, and Articles of Footwear Including Bladders in the Upper. This invention was developed by Molyneux James, Case Patrick R, Youngs Bryan K, Choi Yoon Jeong and Runkle Colin.
The patent appl..
Footwear
| Mon 03 Aug 2026
Alexandria, Aug. 3 -- Pashion Footwear Inc has submitted a patent application for Fully Convertible High Heel-to-flat Shoe. This invention was developed by Perry David Sheldon, Thompson Mark Christopher, Pavone Haley, Unbehand Tyler Elise, Hamel Carina Mary, Peter Daniel William, Van Bronkhorst Seiji Alexander and Ringer Robert ..
Footwear
| Mon 03 Aug 2026
Alexandria, Aug. 3 -- Nike has filed a patent application for Sole Structure for Article of Footwear. This invention was developed by Fauble Eric, Petrenka Dylan and Hausmann Stephan.
The patent application number is US202619573712 20260320. The patent publication number is US20260215539 (A1). International Patent Classificatio..
Footwear
| Mon 03 Aug 2026
Alexandria, Aug. 3 -- Cole Haan LLC has applied United States patent for Shoe Having Grooves with Winged Portions. Mokos Jeffrey and Patt Scott developed it.
The patent application number is US202519038452 20250127. The patent publication number is US20260215538 (A1). International Patent Classification code is A43B13/22. Coo..
Footwear
| Mon 03 Aug 2026
Alexandria, Aug. 3 -- Nike has submitted a patent application for Bladder for an Article of Footwear. This invention was developed by Meeker Jason R, Wilburn Chris, Fredrick Craig and Connell Jeremy L.
The patent application number is US202619634246 20260331. The patent publication number is US20260215536 (A1). International Pa..
Footwear
| Mon 03 Aug 2026
Alexandria, Aug. 3 -- ASICS has filed a patent application for Sole and Shoe. This invention was developed by Sawada Tsuyoshi, Sakamoto Masanori and Otake Hiromichi.
The patent application number is US202619453610 20260120. The patent publication number is US20260215535 (A1). International Patent Classification codes are A43B..
Footwear
| Mon 03 Aug 2026
Alexandria, Aug. 3 -- Nike has submitted a patent application for Article of Footwear with Flexible Sole Structure. Papp Laura, Tegenkamp Matthew R, Neumann Iv Kort W, Wolfe Randall S, Conrad Bryan P, Andrews Teagen, Neilson Christopher M, Blanche Rory S and Keller Charlie M developed the invention.
The patent application numbe..
Footwear
| Mon 03 Aug 2026
Alexandria, Aug. 3 -- On Clouds GmbH has submitted a patent application for Shoe Sole Having Recessed Pockets. This invention was developed by Mayers Scott Ryan, Spada Silvano, Ortiz Elias Miguel and Rüegg Martin.
The patent application number is US202619577646 20260325. The patent publication number is US20260215533 (A1). I..
Footwear
| Sun 02 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 3 -- State Intellectual Property Office of China has received Wenzhou Libuda Shoes patent application for High-stability Polishing Device for Combat Boots, Training Shoes and Leather Shoes and Polishing Process. Dong Lulu, Dong Wenjing, Zhang Fan and Xia Zhiyong developed the invention.
The patent application numb..
Footwear
| Sun 02 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 3 -- Jinhua Huanan Plastic Ind Co Ltd has been granted a patent for Shoemaking Mold for Integrally-formed Shoes. Zhang Bin developed the invention.
The patent application number is CN202422944467U 20241202. The patent publication number is CN223507577 (U). International Patent Classification codes are B29C45/14,..
Footwear
| Sun 02 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 3 -- Chinese Patent for Efficient Foaming Equipment for Insole Processing has been issued to Ningbo Yuewei New Material Technology. This invention was developed by Zhou Qian, Michoux, Sheng Haonan, Zheng Xiaoping, Yan Haikuo and Li Yanning.
The patent application number is CN202422947057U 20241129. The patent publ..
Footwear
| Sat 01 Aug 2026
Seoul, Aug. 1 -- Korean Intellectual Property Office has released Lee Joung Hoon patent application for Diy Straw Shoes Type Sandals Diy Package.
The patent application number is KR20230094433 20230720. The patent publication number is KR20250014436 (A). International Patent Classification codes are A43B13/04, A43B13/14 and..
Footwear
| Fri 31 Jul 2026
Alexandria, July 31 -- Hewlett Packard Development Co and Peridot Print have received a patent for Modular Insoles. This invention was developed by Dominguez Manchado Cristina, Hierro Domenech Lluis, Casellas Lopez Jordi, Poll Crespo Bernat and Font Calafell Davinia.
The patent application number is US202118704891 20211029. T..
Footwear
| Sat 01 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 1 -- State Intellectual Property Office of China has received Guangdong Aisenlin New Material Tech Co Ltd patent application for Application of Self-hydrophobic Mildew-proof Modified Plain Leather in Material for Shoes and Preparation Process of Self-hydrophobic Mildew-proof Modified Plain Leather. Wang Xiangjun, W..
Footwear
| Sat 01 Aug 2026
Beijing, Aug. 1 -- State Intellectual Property Office of China has published Xintai Vietnam Tech Co Ltd and Xintai Shishi Technology patent application for Knitted Fabric and Knitting Method Thereof, Vamp and Footwear Product. The invention was developed by Xu Bingbing, Liu Lian, Xu Jintai, Li Jiahui, Chen Xingxi, Lin Tianxiu, X..
Footwear
| Fri 31 Jul 2026
Beijing, July 31 -- Fujian Jiayi New Material Tech Co Ltd has filed a patent application for 3D Printing Supercritical Foaming High-supporting-performance Foam Sole Material and Preparation Process Thereof. This invention was developed by Lu Youliang, Lu Youguang, Qu Bo and Tak Dong-hyun.
The patent application number is CN20..
Footwear
| Fri 31 Jul 2026
Alexandria, July 31 -- United States Patent for Footwear Sole Structure has been issued to Nike. This invention was developed by Larson Ryan R, Bonfiglioli Marcos, Cross John and Mohamed Shamees.
The patent application number is US202418627261 20240404. The patent publication number is US12685367 (B2). International Patent Clas..
Footwear
| Fri 31 Jul 2026
Beijing, July 31 -- State Intellectual Property Office of China has published Sincetech Fujian Technology patent application for Knitted Fabric and Knitting Method Thereof, Vamp and Footwear Product. The invention was developed by Li Yingquan, Xu Jinsheng and Nie Haixuan.
The patent application number is CN202610176535 20260206..
Footwear
| Fri 31 Jul 2026
Beijing, July 31 -- Qingdao Runda Shoes Co Ltd has filed a patent application for Integrated Injection Molding Equipment for Injection-molded Shoes. This invention was developed by Zhang Xiaohui, Gong Xiang and Zhang Shilei.
The patent application number is CN202610348932 20260320. The patent publication number is CN121989488..
Footwear
| Thu 30 Jul 2026
Alexandria, July 30 -- Fuerst Group Inc and Keen Inc have been awarded a patent for Footwear Article with Wear Guard. This invention was developed by Musachia Gregory, Fuerst Jr Rory and Fuerst Rory W.
The patent application number is US202418651538 20240430. The patent publication number is US12677912 (B2). International Pat..
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